Join the CWEA for our August
First Friday Happy Hour at BAIT
FREE for CWEA members - If reserving 2 tickets please reserve one CWEA member ticket and one CWEA partner/spouse ticket. Each ticket includes one specialty cocktail and light bites.)
$8 for each non-member (each ticket includes one specialty cocktail and light bites).
The CWEA is a 501(c)3 that helps bring the neighborhood together with events like the CWE Home & Garden Tour, the Annual Gala, monthly First Friday Happy Hours that celebrate new businesses, and many more events that help promote growth and prosperity in the CWE. Join as a business, resident or both today!
Memberships paid online are set to auto renew. You will receive a reminder email one week before your auto renewal date. You can stop your auto renewal at any time by emailing jess@thecwe.org
STLMag & Feast Magazine - Balaban's is now under new ownership and plans to move back to the CWE.
CWE Sounds of Summer Music Series - We’re celebrating the return of warmer weather by bringing live music to the streets of the #CWEscene! Every Friday night from 6-9 p.m., you can sip, shop and stroll throughout the neighborhood, all while listening to the sounds of local, live musicians. Musicians will be stationed at the corners of Maryland & Euclid and McPherson & Euclid. These performances are FREE and open to the public. In addition to live music, on the First Friday of the month from May-September, several CWE retailers will be extending their hours to give you more opportunities to shop local!
For a full list of performances, you can go to www.cwescene.com/happenings/cwesummermusicseries.
Wednesday, July 24 - Left Bank Books - 12-1:30p - Join Novel Ideas for a reading group discussion of "The Overstory" by Richard Powers!
Wednesday, July 24 - World Chess Hall of Fame - Monthly Music Series Peter Schlamb Trio - 7-8pm - Enjoy an evening of jazz virtuosity with the Kansas City-based Peter Schlamb Trio. World-class vibraphonist and pianist Peter Schlamb will perform new, original music in collaboration with DeAndre Manning on electric bass and Ryan J. Lee on drums.
Thursday, July 25 - Left Bank Books - 7 PM – 8:30 PM - Left Bank Books welcomes New York Times bestselling author Andrew Shaffer, who will sign and discuss his new book, "Hopes Rides Again: An Obama Biden Mystery"! This event is free and open to the public, but proof of purchase of "Hope Rides Again" from Left Bank Books will be required to enter the signing line.
Thursday, July 25 - Yappy Hour at Chase Club - 4pm - We’re celebrating the dog days of summer with a series of Yappy Hours on Chase Club's patio! Bring your furry companions & join us for the first event on July 11th from 4pm-7pm. We’ll have drink specials, plus treats for the pups! All drinks are $8—unless you bring your pooch, in which case they’re HALF OFF. Get 25% off your tab if you fill out a stray rescue adoption application. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Stray Rescue of St. Louis.
Thursday, July 25 - Steel Wheels - Ride in the Courtyard - 6pm - Join us in the courtyard behind Maryland Plaza for a FREE Steel Wheels theme ride on one of our bikes outdoors! We're rolling our bikes out of the studio and into the courtyard for a FREE ride in the sun! Bring your BFF, because it is bout to be poppin' on the plaza! Thanks to Urban Chestnut for complimentary beers after the ride!
Friday July 26th or Saturday July 27th- Bowood Farms - Shibori Dyeing - 11 AM – 1 PM - Taught by Anne Berman - Shibori is a Japanese dyeing technique that involves folding, twisting, binding or bunching cloth and dyeing it with indigo. Each student will receive two yards of fabric to dye- that can be made into napkins, a table runner, tea towels or a pillow cover … the possibilities are endless! You will be able to allow your creativity to flow to produce a one of a kind product. This workshop involves the use of indigo dye and is held outside, please dress accordingly in old clothing and shoes that may be stained. Workshop is limited to 10 participants. $45
Saturday, July 27 - Bowood Farms - Iris Barn Floral Arranging - 11 AM – 1 PM. Taught by Larysa Bernhardt of Iris Barn. Immerse yourself in the dramatic, floral world of Larysa Bernhardt of Iris Barn. Larysa grows and forages flowers on her small-scale farm to create romantic arrangements with layers of colors and textures. Through this hands-on class you will learn how to create your own beautiful centerpiece with tips from Larysa. The stunning arrangement you create, along with the vessel and flower frog, are yours to take home. Everyone from a flower-loving novice to an experienced designer will walk away inspired with new skills. Workshop is limited to 12 participants. $75
Saturday, July 27- Bowood Farms - Painting with India Ink - 2 PM – 4 PM - Taught by Andrea Tharian. Andrea Henry Tharian will lead this workshop on how to paint flowers from the garden using India ink. You will learn how to paint values through a process of layering ink washes. The class will focus on looking at form and shape - perfect for those new to drawing and painting, although all levels of experience are welcome. All materials and supplies are provided, and you’ll go home your India ink and paintbrush to continue your practice. All skill levels are welcome. Workshop is limited to 12 participants. $60.
Saturday, July 27 - 9pm - 1am - H5 Returns to the Chase Club!
Wednesday, July 31 - Bowood Farms - The Summer Herbalist - 4 PM – 5 PM. Taught by Drew Dinges. Summer in the herb garden provides the gardener with an abundance of possibilities for homemade herbal infusions. In this class, Drew will explore old-fashioned techniques using herbal harvests with a modern twist. He will share his favorite herbal infusions and the many ways to use them, including a list of herbal recipes. $10.
Thursday, August 1 - Left Bank Books - 7-8pm - Scott Alexander Hess - River Runs Red
Saturday, August 3 - Bowood Farms - Modern Caligraphy - 1-4pm Learn the art of calligraphy with a modern twist! Professional Calligrapher, Katherine Yabes, of Handwritten by Katherine will expertly guide you through an introduction to calligraphy. Learn all the basic lettering techniques, get comfortable using a pointed pen and ink, and practice joining letters and forming words and phrases. Take home the pen, nib, ink, and worksheets to continue your practice at home. Since this is a longer workshop, Café Osage will provide baked goods for a snack. $65
Saturday, August 3 - Blues City Swing at Evangeline's August 3rd - 7-11pm
Wednesday, August 7 - Techartista - The Gospel of Eureka | Free Community Screening - Join us at TechArtista for a free screening of 'The Gospel of Eureka' Directed by Michael Palmieri and Donal Mosher, provided by POV + Nine Network. Open to everyone, must RSVP via Eventbrite to attend. BYOB and snacks. About 'The Gospel of Eureka': The spotlight is beaming on drag shows and a passion play in a small Arkansas town. The Gospel of Eureka takes a personal and often comical look at negotiating differences between religion and belief through performance, political action, and partnership. With verve, humor and unfailing compassion, Michael Palmieri and Donal Mosher build unexpected bridges between religious faith and sexual orientation. Official Selection, 2018 SXSW Film Festival. This community screening series is brought to you by POV + Nine Network. Questions? Email info@techartista.org.
Wednesday, August 7 - World Chess Hall of Fame - Crafts & Cocktails: Dowel Rod Sculptures with Alexa Clavijo - 6:30-8pm - Learn how to create your own wooden sculptures with interdisciplinary artist, Alexa Clavijo! Inspired by the complex geometric designs on view in "M. C. Escher: Infinite Variations," participants will learn to translate 2D lines into 3D forms utilizing wooden dowels. No previous sculpting experience necessary; supplies provided. https://worldchesshof.org/exhibit/mc-escher-infinite-variations. Availability is limited to 16 guests. Reservations recommended. $5 Admission for WCHOF Members. $10 General Admission. Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments provided. For more information or to reserve a spot please call 314-367-9243.
Wednesday, August 7 - Gamlin Whiskey House - Women & Whiskey - 7-9pm On the first Wednesday of every month, raise a glass with us and your fellow women who whiskey! Our August dinner will feature Missouri's own Samuel Berton Distilling — more details coming soon. Tickets are $65 per person and include dinner, drinks, whisky pairings, gratuity and, of course, an awesome night out!
Thursday, August 8 - Commerce Bank - community opening event @ Euclid & West Pine on Thursday, August 8th from 5:30 – 7:00. RSVP to Dan Knapp at dan.knapp@commercebank.com. We can’t wait to connect!
Thursday, August 8 - Left Bank Books - Suspense writers Shari Lapena and Laura McHugh - 7-9pm - Nationally bestselling suspense writers Shari Lapena and Laura McHugh team up to chat about their latest books and the craft of suspense writing. New York Times bestselling author of “The Couple Next Door,” Shari Lapena presents “Someone We Know,” a new domestic thriller about the deadly secrets revealed by a teenager’s snooping into the private lives of his suburban neighbors.
Thursday, August 8 - World Chess Hall of Fame - Monthly Music Series: Gesher Music Festival Preview—Join us for a concert by the Gesher Music Festival. With its name taken from the Hebrew word for ‘connection,’ the Gesher Music Festival is building bridges across cultures and communities by presenting concerts under the theme of Shelter of Peace: the music of refuge, of security, and of sanctuary. Event begins at 7:00 p.m. - RSVP
Friday, August 9 - Bowood Farms - Modern Lettering - 10a-12:30p - Ditch the pointed pen, ink and nib and join us for a fresh take on hand lettering with professional calligrapher, Katherine Yabes, of Handwritten by Katherine. With the convenience of a Pentel Sign pen you will learn the art of faux calligraphy. All skill levels are welcome. Take home two pens and worksheets to continue your practice. Price: $65
Saturday, August 10 - Bowood Farms - An Introduction to Sashiko Embroidery -10a-1p - Sashiko embroidery originated in Japanese textile arts, in which decorative straight stitch patterns were used to mend and reinforce homespun fabrics. Despite its traditional roots, the abstract motifs typical of this meditative hand-stitching technique lend themselves perfectly to modern design. In this workshop, Casey will introduce sashiko materials and the basic stitch and you will embellish a fabric square. All materials and supplies are provided, and you’ll go home with your project, sashiko needle and thread. Since this is a longer workshop, Café Osage will provide baked goods for a snack. Workshop is limited to 10 participants. $60
Saturday, August 10 - Evangeline's Bistro & Music House - Midwest Jazz-tette - 7-11p - Dedicated to the performance and preservation of West Coast Jazz, the Midwest Jazz-tette swings the instrumental sounds inspired by Stan Getz, Shorty Rogers, Gerry Mulligan, Dave Brubeck and many others.
Saturday, August 10 - Bowood Farms - Intro to Fermenting Cabbage with Cafe Osage - 2p - 4pm - Learn the basics behind fermenting cabbage from the summer garden with Neal Bukiet of Cafe Osage. In this workshop, you will make and can sauerkraut while tasting dishes featuring fermented cabbage. You’ll go home with recipe cards, your sauerkraut, and jars of cafe-made mustard and kimchi. $60
Friday, August 16 - Bowood Farms - 11a - 12p - Create your own terrarium with our expert assistance! We will guide you through the soil layering process, help pick out beautiful plant combinations and suggest ways to personalize your terrarium. Price includes all soil layers plus three plants but does not include the glass container. Please bring your own glass container and any personal items such as stones or shells that you would like to include in your terrarium. If you would like to purchase your container from Bowood please do so at least one day prior to the workshop. Price: $30
Saturday, August 17 - Bowood Farms - Ziinnia Watercolor Study - 10am - 12pm - Artist and gardener, Amy Woods will lead this watercolor workshop using cheery zinnias for inspiration. You will learn to work from the actual subject, rather than photos, to create loose and unique paintings. Get to know your palette and explore what makes painting with watercolor unique. All materials and supplies are provided, and you’ll go home with your own palette and paintbrush to continue your practice. All skill levels are welcome. $60
Saturday, August 17 - Bowood Farms - Hydrangeas - 2-3p - Hydrangea’s big bold blooms bring a bright cheeriness to any space, whether on the patio or in your landscape. Kathie Hoyer will teach you all you need to know to properly care for your hydrangea bushes or vines. Discover which varieties prefer shade or sun and learn how and when to properly prune your prized plant. Learn about ideal soil and water conditions, fertilization, and planting practices. With Kathie’s guidance, anyone can have success with these summertime staples. $10
Sunday, August 18 - Bowood Farms - Intro to Healing Crystals - Immerse yourself in the mystical world of healing crystals with the expert guidance of Drew Dinges. He will share how to choose the right crystals to enhance your physical, mental and emotional balance. Follow his tips on how to care, cleanse, and charge your crystal collection to unlock their full potential. $10
Monday, August 19 - Left Bank Books - Author Lisa Lutz, "The Swallows" - Bestselling author of the Spellman Files detective series and the hit thriller “The Passenger,” Lisa Lutz presents a blistering, timely tale of revenge and disruption. When Alexandra Witt joins the faculty at Stonebridge Academy, she’s hoping to put a painful past behind her. Then one of her creative writing assignments generates some disturbing responses from students. Before long, Alex is immersed in an investigation of the students atop the school’s social hierarchy—and their connection to something called the Darkroom. As the school’s secrets begin to trickle out, a boys-versus-girls skirmish turns into an all-out war, with deeply personal—and potentially fatal—consequences for everyone involved.
Thursday, August 22 - Bowood Farms - Perennial Maintenance: Dividing + Transplanting - Early fall is the best time to divide and transplant many perennials in your garden. Many perennials benefit from dividing which can increase blooms, reduce overcrowding and plant thinning, and provide more plants to add to your garden or give away to friends. In this class Susannah will discuss proper techniques for rejuvenating your older plants as well as which perennials are best divided in the fall versus spring. Price: $10
Saturday, August 24 - Bowood Farms - Succulent Windowsill Planting - Plant an assortment of succulents in our favorite Campo de’ Fiori zinc windowsill planter. This succulent arrangement is perfect for a bright, sunny windowsill. We will guide you through the planting process and discuss ongoing care and maintenance. All materials and supplies are included. Price: $60
Saturday, August 24 - Bowood Farms - Block Printing Workshop - In this workshop, you will create your own hand carved blocks to print custom designs and patterns. You’ll have free use of our specialized tools and inks, so that you can experiment on both paper and cotton muslin. Everyone will leave with several prints and your carved rubber blocks to continue printing at home! Price: $45
Saturday, August 24 - Bowood Farms - Botanical Plaster Prints - Create a series of three nature-inspired plaster prints with our guidance. We will use flowers, foliage and twigs to leave impressions on clay, followed by a pour of plaster. The resulting casts capture the delicate details of the botanicals. All materials and supplies are provided, and you’ll go home with a trio of prints. Price: $45
Sunday, August 25 - I Love Forest Park 5K and Kids Obstacle Challenge - A record-breaking 1,000 people registered for the 2018 event. Will we see you on August 25, 2019?
Run (or walk!) the only race in Forest Park that benefits the Park! Registration is now open for I Love Forest Park 5K and Kids Obstacle Challenge (new this year) on August 25, 2019. Registration is $25 for the 5K and $8 for the Kids Obstacle Challenge until July 8! Enjoy the most beautiful running route in the entire region — you will pass the Deer Lake Savanna, Pagoda Circle, the World’s Fair Pavilion, Government Hill, the Boathouse, Art Hill, the Saint Louis Art Museum and the Emerson Grand Basin. Register today! All proceeds helps us maintain and sustain Forest Park in partnership with the City of St. Louis. https://register.chronotrack.com/r/48140
Wednesday, August 28 - Bowood Farms - Tomatoes Three Ways with Cafe Osage - Take advantage of the summer surplus of tomatoes. Scott and Neal, of Cafe Osage, will show you how to create an easy three course meal featuring tomato salad, gazpacho and tomato sauce. You will make fresh tomato sauce alongside the chefs and enjoy a tasting of the other dishes as they are demonstrated. You will take home your jar of tomato sauce and recipe cards. Price: $60
Friday, August 30 - Bowood Farms - Acrylic Pouring - Learn the fun and spontaneous process of acrylic pouring! Each pour leads to an unexpected, but beautiful result. Anne will demonstrate different pouring methods and how to modify your paint with pouring mediums. Each student will experiment on canvas to create colorful acrylic pieces of art. All materials and supplies are provided. The canvas has to fully set, so all pieces will have to be picked up at a later date. Price: $45
Saturday, August 31 - Bowood Farms - Iris Barn Floral Arranging - 11a-1p - Immerse yourself in the dramatic, floral world of Larysa Bernhardt of Iris Barn. Larysa grows and forages flowers on her small-scale farm to create romantic arrangements with layers of colors and textures. Through this hands-on class you will learn how to create your own beautiful centerpiece with tips from Larysa. The stunning arrangement you create, along with the vessel and flower frog, are yours to take home. Everyone from a flower-loving novice to an experienced designer will walk away inspired with new skills. Price: $75
Saturday, August 31 - Bowood Farms - Acrylic Pouring - Learn the fun and spontaneous process of acrylic pouring! Each pour leads to an unexpected, but beautiful result. Anne will demonstrate different pouring methods and how to modify your paint with pouring mediums. Each student will experiment on canvas to create colorful acrylic pieces of art. All materials and supplies are provided. The canvas has to fully set, so all pieces will have to be picked up at a later date. Price: $45
Class Dates: September 9 – November 18 - Registration is now open for the 2019 Neighborhood Leadership Academy! The Neighborhood Leadership Academy, created in 2002, connects resources at the University -- Creating Whole Communities and University of Missouri Extension -- with residents and neighborhoods throughout the metropolitan area who are interested in improving their communities. The Neighborhood Leadership Academy (NLA) provides hands-on leadership training that emphasizes community building principles and strategies, project planning, organizational leadership and management practices, and personal leadership skills. Participants are actively involved in their neighborhoods and represent communities from throughout the St. Louis region. Academy participants may be neighborhood association members, community leaders, resident volunteers, community-based organization staff, business owners, local government staff, and municipal elected officials. Participants who successfully complete the program receive a Certificate in Neighborhood Leadership from the Chancellor of the University of Missouri–St. Louis. Early Bird Deadline: August 23 Regular Registration Deadline: August 30 Class Dates: September 9 – November 18 All of the details regarding dates, cost and registration can be found here: http://cwc.umsl.edu/nla/ Scholarship applications can be found here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QQ2LT8V Questions: Please email Claire Wolff at wolffca@missouri.edu
Wednesday, September 11 - Techartista - 6-9pm - Self-Publishing 101: Intensive 3-Hour Course - Have something great inside you need the world to know? Have a book idea or a book that you've already written? Don't know what to do next? Jen Mann, Author, can help. The good news is, there are multiple options to be published and one of the easiest and most popular paths is self-publishing. But, self-publishing can be an overwhelming and confusing process, and a lot of first-timers don’t know where to start…so they give up before they even begin. Join New York Times bestselling author, Jen Mann, for Self-Publishing 101, an intensive three-hour course designed to help you navigate the ins and outs of self-publishing. Since 2012, Jen has self-published more than nine books and six short stories. She’s sold over 100,000 copies of her self-published books. Jen will show you the steps to self-publishing and answer all your questions. By the end of Self-Publishing 101, you will feel confident you have an easy-to-follow plan that will get your manuscript ready for print and into the hands of readers. Every attendee receives a complimentary copy of Jen's newest book, 'How I F*cking Did It: From Moving Elves to Making Over Six-Figures on the Internet and You Can Too' and a complimentary 1-month drop-in membership to TechArtista ($175 value). It's half how-to, half inspiration, and half get it done (yes, math isn't her strong suit). Tickets are required.
September 20 - 21 - The Great Forest Park Balloon Race - Friday Sept 20 - 5:00 P.M. – FESTIVITIES BEGINPlan ahead, find the perfect viewing area for you and your family and join us for dinner at Central Fields! Enjoy tasty fare from food trucks, concessionaires, and activities – all open beginning at 5 p.m. Or pack your own (soft-sided coolers, please) and settle in at one of the Enterprise Family Picnic areas! 6:00 P.M. – LIVE MUSIC FROM BOOGIE CHYLD ON THE MARYVILLE UNIVERSITY MAIN STAGE. DUSK UNTIL 9 P.M. – BALLOON GLOW OFFICIALLY BEGINS. 9:15 P.M.— PNC BANK FIREWORKS FINALE. Saturday, Sept 21 - 12:00 P.M. – THE GREAT FOREST PARK BALLOON RACE FESTIVITIES BEGIN. 3:00 P.M. – SKYDIVERS TAKE FLIGHT 3:30 P.M. – OPENING CEREMONIES 4:30 P.M. – PNC BANK “HARE” BALLOON LAUNCHES 4:45 P.M. – “HOUND” BALLOONS LAUNCH
Monday, July 29 - Cathedral Concerts announces their 2019 - 2020 season - Saint Louis Cathedral Concerts, an independent nonprofit that brings sacred and classical music to St. Louis from world-class musicians, releases its concert lineup for the 27th season. The 2019-2020 season kicks off Monday, July 29th at 8:00pm, and continues through Friday, April 21st, 2020. The series of live concerts will showcase notable musicians in one of the world’s most striking cathedrals, the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis located at 4431 Lindell Blvd. The Cathedral Concerts’ 27th Concert Series Season includes:
Jul. 29 – Libera
Oct. 29 – The Four Italian Tenors
Nov. 16 – Tenebrae
Nov. 29 – Vienna Boys Choir
Dec. 7 & 8– Christmas at the Cathedral
Jan. 10 - UMSL Choir with the Arianna String Quartet
Feb. 21 - Voces8 with special guests Crossroads Quartet
Mar. 8 - Dr. Lynn Trapp, Organist
Mar.29 - Organ Plus
Apr. 21 - Stile Antico
UNION AVENUE OPERA CELEBRATES 25TH ANNIVERSARY FESTIVAL SEASON • La bohème - July 26, 27, August 2, 3
Tom Cipullo’s: GLORY DENIED: August 16, 17, 23, 24 at 8:00 p.m.
Don’t miss UAO’s Free Friday Night Lecture Series at 7:00 p.m. before the performance in the Union Avenue Fellowship Gallery presented by Dr. Glenn Bauer of Webster University (July 5, 12, 26 August 2, 16, 23). Lectures are free and open to the public.
25th ANNIVERSARY GALA
Thursday, October 10 at 6pm
The Barnett on Washington [3207 Washington Blvd]
Join us as we celebrate Union Avenue Opera’s 25th Anniversary in the festive ambiance of The Barnett on Washington. Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres followed by a masterfully crafted gourmet meal with a musical performance by Kenneth Overton (Stephen Kumalo, Lost in the Stars), Elise Quagliata (Sister James, Doubt), Marsha Thompson (Abigaille, Nabucco) and hosted by Kathy Lawton Brown, Classic 107. 3. Tickets are on sale now. Call 314-361-2881 or visit unionavenueopera.org for more information.
Cathedral Concert Series - For CWEA members only. The code “CWEA” can be entered at checkout and a 20% discount will be applied to the total order. This is good for any concert(s) and any number of tickets.
Forest Park Dental - CWEA members will receive free custom take-home whitening kits with their comprehensive new patient exams with their active CWEA membership card.
Kaldi's Coffee - The Kaldi's summer rollout is here! Stop in and try any of the new bakery or drink items. Your favorites, the Honey Almond Cold Brew and Summer Detox, return alongside a new treat - the Ginger Rose Latte. Be sure to try them this summer!
Techartista - CWEA members enjoy 10% off at the Cafe, located at 4818 Washington Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63018. Offer good with an active CWEA membership card Monday - Friday. TAMembers: Refer a friend to the space and get a $100 credit to your account when they sign up.
